Communion Quote by John Tavener
“I used to think there was something dirty about being paid for something which is a sacred thing to do. I can't disconnect the act of writing music from the act of prayer. If anyone tries to stop me working, it feels like someone is trying to stop me from taking communion.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: BBC Radio, 1995
Creating sacred music feels like prayer; any interference feels like an attack on spiritual communion.
In simple terms: Music as prayer, interference as sacrilege.
Key Takeaway
Protect creative freedom as sacred practice.
Themes
art
spirituality
creativity
integrity
freedom
Mood
introspective
devotional
Type
musical
spiritual
When to use this quote
- composer workshops
- artist rights
- faith‑based collaborations
- educational curricula
Key Concepts
theology
aesthetics
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- How can artists negotiate sacred intent with secular audiences?
- What safeguards honor both artistic and spiritual values?
A Different Perspective
May alienate collaborators who view art secularly.
